The best baby proofing kits and products to keep your tot safe

The Munchkin Maxi-Secure Pressure Fit Safety Gate was awarded Bronze for Best Safety Product at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Munchkin Maxi-Secure Pressure Fit Safety Gate combines quality and value. It comes with all tools provided for quick and easy installation in just 5 minutes. The Munchkin four point pressure fit frame means that the gate does not require drilling to the wall, whilst providing a solid pressure fitting when in position for complete peace of mind. The clever pressure indicator provides you with visual assurance that the gate is installed correctly, keeping your little explorer safe at all times. The wider walk through is practical as you have more space as you pass through the baby gate, ideal if your hands are full with baby, shopping or holding the washing basket. With a double lock, even the most adventurous and inquisitive little one will not be able to open the gate, providing you with peace of mind at all times.

Our mum tester said: "The Maxi-Secure Pressure Fit Safety Gate was extremely easy to fit and is also very easy to open and close when in use. There is an extra lockable feature at the bottom of the gate which gives extra peace of mind knowing it is extra locked and safe when not in use. I will happily recommend this safety gate to anyone with children or even pets."

Read our full Munchkin Maxi-Secure Pressure Fit Safety Gate review.

Set includes: 10 safety locks, eight corner protectors, and two magnetic keys | Extra strong adhesive | Easy to install | Award: Won Bronze at the Mother&Baby Awards 2023 for Best Safety Product

The BABYGO magnetic child safety locks are an essential set of locks and corner bumpers to protect your little ones from unnecessary bumps or falls. The safety locks themselves work with a magnetic key which you can fit higher up and out of reach of little hands. This magnetic key deactivates your locks, which are placed on the inside of the cupboards or drawers you want to keep locked. The BABYGO box also comes with eight corner bumper protectors which stick on using adhesive pads to help baby-proof things like coffee tables, kitchen worktops and cabinets.

Pros: Two sets to choose from**
Cons:** Instructions may be unclear

Mum tester Maria said: "The BabyGo Magnetic Child Safety Locks are a clever design that fit into cupboards and can be unlocked with a magnetic key. They're a brilliant design. Even if cupboards and drawers that you don't want your little one to peep into are low, the magnetic key can be kept higher up, out of reach of little hands, and attached with adhesive pads. This is great if you want to keep them slightly hidden so it doesn't ruin your house decor. The BABYGO baby proof corner protectors are a lifesaver, especially on the corners of the coffee table in the living room...however my toddler did pull them off! We can still maintain a normal, functioning living room, without any accidents."

Stop your toddler opening cupboard doors (and slamming or catching their fingers in them) with these special latches, which hold doors together until you unhook them. They’re also ideal for cupboards containing cleaning products or glassware.

Pros: Easy to install
Cons: Adhesive may not be as strong

Review: "To most this looks like a simple lock, but to me, it was much more than that! It was the hope that I would never have to guard the fridge door from my two-year-old anymore! Despite being well-fed, he likes to take things out of the fridge at every opportunity and this has resulted in one frustrated mummy! When this arrived, I was sadly very excited, I even had a little chuckle to myself as I opened it, knowing the end of his fridge raiding days were over. When I opened the package I was impressed, this lock means business, every one of its predecessors had proven to be no match for my son, who would destroy them over several days. I may be speaking prematurely... But, I believe this is the lock I have been looking for! I will be guarding the fridge no more! If you can relate to my situation, I highly recommend that you give this lock a go."

The XFORT door wedge slides under the door to prevent it from opening or closing in either direction and safely holds it ajar, ensuring little fingers and toes are kept protected from slamming doors and hinges. It’s heavy-duty and made of non-slip rubber that grips the floor surface and holds the door fast until you’re ready to remove it.

Pros: Non-slip rubber base
Cons: May not work on heavier doors

Review: "These are great, I've bought another pack. They work great on my wooden flooring and carpet.
They even come with a clip so you can attach 2 together, I didn't realise that when I ordered them but am very glad they do as I've needed to use it on one door where there is a bigger gap underneath. Definitely recommend. And the sticky wall holders are great too."

Hide all of those exposed cable wires with this power cord storage box. Not only will it help the rooms in your house look so much tidier, but it'll also mean that those wires won't pose a risk for baby to get their hands on, or trip over as they toddle around the house.

Pros: Comes in different variations
Cons: Some reviewers found it pricey

Review: "I wish I'd bought one of these years ago. I always thought they were a little pricey, but they do the job so well and our baby ignores the box, where they never ignored the extension lead and plugs before."

Doors seem to attract toddler and baby fingers like moths to a flame. These finger trap protection guards provide a barrier from the floor up to a height of 120cm and can be fitted using strong adhesive (you can buy them at 180cm too).

Pros: Easy to install
Cons: Expensive

Review: "With our back door being open almost all summer this was a godsend as my two-year-old always goes through the door steadying herself on the hinged area. It was an accident waiting to happen but this product eliminates chances of trapped fingers. A little bit expensive for what they are, but safety first"

Keep your inquisitive little ones from hurting themselves by installing an oven lock on your stove or microwave. Simply stick in position, leave for 72 hours and it's good to go! And it's made from heat resistant PC so the heat from the oven won't affect the lock.

Pros: Heat resistant material
Cons: Adhesive may not be as strong

Review: "We've had this lock on our oven for months and, even with a persistent toddler pulling on it, it has stayed in place! It is really easy to install and incredibly practical!! Definitely recommended. Has saved me from a lot of motherhood-related stress! Thanks BeeGo."

Little ones love to explore with their hands, prevent them from a potential accident by installing oven doorknob guards on your kitchen appliances.

Pros: Transparent material
Cons: Low in stock

Review: "Genius; but I am not using it as intended. By cutting a slot in the base I can slide it over our internal front doorknob and then fit the lid. Our two-year-old can spin the plastic cover, but can't get traction on the doorknob and get out. All we have to do is open it up to get at the doorknob. She will work it out, but it gives us a few weeks rest."

Heat-resistant and easily installed, the Prince Lionheart Stove Guard protects your little one from scalds and burns.

Pros: Heat resistant material
Cons: Adhesive may not be as strong

Review: "Had this for five years, and have been very happy with it. I have two small children, and I couldn't imagine cooking without them. Recently moved house, so I bought another one. The day before it arrived, it became clear just how accident-prone this hob is. Relieved to have it. Get one! Hint: it's much more stable if you don't extend it at all when you fit it. Otherwise, there's every chance it will detach under its own weight."

Keep your pots and pans out of reach using a cooker guard. Using the backburners and turning handles inwards are also important safety measure to take.

Pros: Extends and retracts to fit the hob
Cons: Adhesive may not be as strong

Review: "This is the most useful child safety device that I have purchased! I have an electric hob that glows red and would probably attract little hands. This covers the glow and keeps little people away from the cooker. It's quite sturdy if they ever did manage to reach onto the cooker. I would still never leave my little one in the kitchen on his own or let him touch the cooker. Toddlers are so quick though, this is a good device to stop anything awful happening if they do manage to get to a cooker whilst it is on. It's adjustable so fits different sizes. Mine is still going strong after a year."

The Wittle door knob covers come in a pack of four, perfect for use throughout the home. They are portable so you can reuse them on different interior doors or take them with you when traveling, and easy to install.

Pros: Compatible and sleek.

Cons: The Wittle Door Knob Covers are easy for adults to use. 

Review: "I bought one of these for my bathroom under sink cupboard to keep the little one out. It does the job and its saved me lots of mess for a small price."

Want to babyproof your coffee table? Stick on a soft foam table guard to protect your child from knocks and bangs.

Pros: Different colours available
Cons: Expensive

Review: "I would highly recommend this product if you want to ensure that your little ones are free from harm and to give you peace of mind. I have used this on my coffee table where my tot loves to stand up. Now I can be reassured that should he stumble that he will not injure himself severely due to the padding that this product provides. I have also purchased another colour for my TV stand. I like the fact that you can cut it to your required size and have found the length to be ample enough to do the job. However be warned I did not try a small sample on my wooden coffee table before applying it fully and have since discovered after lifting it to adjust it slightly that it has removed some of the wood. Be very careful how you peel it off."

Sharp edges can be very hazardous for babies and toddlers, especially when they’re learning to crawl and walk, which often means they’ll be unsteady on their feet. Simply baby-proof all your shelf and furniture edges with corner cushions to avoid accidents.

Pros: Different colours available
Cons: Low in stock

Review: "We bought these corner protectors last month and have found them to be great! They are much thicker than others on the market and are one complete piece rather than foam sections glued together. They come with adhesive strips to stick to furniture to stop my little one from pulling them off the table. Now that I have these, I don't worry so much about my little one bumping her head or getting hurt. A relief in the house!"

You'll notice Dreambaby crop up a lot in this piece and that's because they do great baby-proofing products. This 26-piece set includes ten safety catches, 30 outlet plugs, two cabinet sliding locks, two multi-purpose latches and two doorknob covers, offering complete safety for your baby.

Pros: Affordable
Cons: 35 piece set currently unavailable

Review: "I bought this because the little one started crawling over to play with the wall sockets. But before we attached them to any cupboards (he'd only been crawling a week). We found him in the kitchen playing with bleach bottles. For £12, it was well worth it."

This 36 piece kit makes a great starting point for babyproofing your home. It contains eight corner protections, eight cabinet protections, eight magnetic locks with two keys and ten socket protections.

Pros: Currently on offer
Cons: Adhesive may not be as strong

Review: "Perfect to stop my little boy from putting things in socket points, but although they look nicer than the first set I bought, they are easier to remove, which is great for me but means my little boy can also remove them if he wants! Luckily he hasn’t tried yet, so I’m only using these where he’s unlikely to reach them like behind the sofa."